Brooklyn Heights Cinema

12/17/08

Gem in NY

by moviemight at Citysearch

I've been going to this cinema since I was little and am so happy to see it still around. The movies played here are consistently great for prices still better than in Manhattan. Great restaurants and bars sit nearby. The theatre audience here stays quiet and respectful, unlike some of the big theatres. Added bonus: With so many subways stopping in the neighborhood, it is easily accessed from Manhattan and other areas of Brooklyn.

• Pros: Movie selections, things to do in the area

05/26/08

Old school neighborhood cinema with hand-picked movie titles

by beenthere4real at Citysearch

This magical theater should be put on the endangered species list. Everything about this place is completely endearing, right from the "Admit One" stubs to the real popcorn served with real butter and the free pixie sticks at the concession stand. The theater has only two screens but management seems to make very good use of the limited space with a tasteful selection of titles. You are unlikely to see the big summer blockbusters here but this is a perfect spot for an indy film or a romantic flick. The best thing is there is SO MUCH to do in the neighborhood before/after the movie you could make a full day out of it. There are several great restaurants on Henry street and the bar next door to the theater serves excellent finger food and a wide variety of beer on tap. The Fulton landing with it's breathtaking views of the Brooklyn bridge and the skyline of downtown Manhattan and the Brooklyn Ice cream Factory are just a short walk away.

• Pros: never crowded, top selection of movies, real popcorn/butter
• Cons: only two screens

Editorial Review by Marcella Veneziale

by Contributor at Citysearch

This local two-screen movie theatre has stood the test of time, especially threats from big corporate movie chains.

03/03/07

my new favorite art hose anywhere

by ladyennui at Citysearch

This theatre is such a treasure...the choice of films is a mix of TRUE art house and good indie and important documentary...the selections change every two weeks so there is always something to see...the screens are pretty large,sound and projection are first rate... the concession is great: fresh popcorn, cappuccino, and upscale candy selections...the staff is knowledgable. intelligent and genuinely excited to talk about the films!!! vintage posters(including a giant Italian Barbarella poster!) a funky decoupaged concession and a **!!#$ blue lady painted on the ceiling...my new favorite theatre in all of ny.

• Pros: fun relaxed atmoshere
• Cons:  no matinee prices

09/29/06

Our favorite theater

by pcsii at Citysearch

It's an old time theater that is always showing good and interesting movies. It's rarely crowded, which, compared to the closer and bigger multiplex, is a blessing. (I like to be the only person talking during a movie.) The popcorn and candy are fine, but sneak in your own drinks.

• Pros: good movies, quiet audience
• Cons: sometimes the drinks are kind of flat

09/21/06

true indie film lovers' theatre

by bkeaton at Citysearch

They know their films!!! This is a truly independent theatre showing the same films as lincoln plaza or angelika or sunshine... comfortable seats, big screen and none of the hastle of the bigger theatres...great coffee too.

Run by a knowledgable staff that LOVES film.

12/02/05

Great little gem in Brooklyn

by jenncc at Citysearch

It's small but the seats are comfortable, the popcorn is great and there's no pretension about this little cinema in Brooklyn Heights. Usually has a great movie selection, too. However, they have caught up with rest of NYC in their admission price which is actually $10 not $8.50 as this website advertises. Highly recommended. Brooklyn doesn't have a lot of great choices for movie houses outside of BAM, which doesn't turn over their movies fast enough. Cobble Hill is uncomfortable and the popcorn is crap.

• Pros: Great Popcorn, Comfortable seats, laid back atmosphere